Joshua Van prepares for title defense at UFC 331 in Los Angeles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 3:28 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
UFC 331 takes place Saturday at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. Flyweight champion Joshua Van defends his title against Alexandre Pantoja, who is making a return from injury. This week, fighters are highlighted in the fifth episode of the "Embedded" series, featuring media appearances and training sessions. The co-main event will showcase Mauricio Ruffy against Arman Tsarukyan, with the winner potentially in line for a lightweight title shot.
- •UFC 331 is the eighth numbered event of 2026.
- •The event features a title rematch between Joshua Van and Alexandre Pantoja.
- •The co-feature includes Mauricio Ruffy vs. Arman Tsarukyan.
- •Star-Lord appears in the latest UFC 331 'Embedded' episode.
- •Training and media activities are ongoing for featured fighters.
- 3:28 PMYahoo Sports — UFC 331 'Embedded,' No. 5: Star-Lord makes an appearance
"On the fourth episode of UFC 331 "Embedded," Joshua Van gets a first look at his custom shorts and loves them.
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